Project Architect II - Health & Wellness

Durham, NC, USA •

Charlotte, NC, USA

As a Project Architect II, you will lead the technical design and documentation of large, complex projects that shape communities and elevate environments. You’ll provide architectural consultation and apply advanced design thinking to deliver sustainable, code-compliant, and client-centered solutions. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless project execution while mentoring junior staff and contributing to a culture of excellence.

• Develop architectural models, contract documents, and specifications for small-to-moderate complexity projects, integrating codes, sustainability principles, and material standards.
• Ensure the design intent and Performance-Based Design processes are upheld throughout project documentation.
• Lead coordination of project specifications with architectural drawings to ensure integration across all deliverables.
• Apply proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD to produce precise documentation aligned with project goals.
• Manage due diligence tasks, including documentation of existing conditions, plan review submissions, and organized file systems.
• Coordinate technical design with internal teams, consultants, and engineers, promoting alignment across disciplines.
• Communicate proactively with project teams regarding progress, technical requirements, and design changes, escalating scope changes as needed.
• Contribute to project fee and scheduling discussions with informed input and strategic awareness.
• Lead reviews of submittals, drawings, and estimates for accuracy and compliance with project scope and standards.
• Resolve construction issues during site visits, including unforeseen conditions and code compliance challenges.
• Mentor junior staff and participate in professional development activities such as "Lessons Learned" sessions.

• Completion of AXP and licensure through Architectural Registration Exams (ARE) required.
• NCARB certification preferred.
• AIA membership and CSI-CDT certification preferred; training provided.
• LEED AP BD+C certification preferred.
• 5+ years as a licensed architect or 10 years of post-graduate architectural experience.
• Strong proficiency in Revit and/or AutoCAD.
• Demonstrated understanding of building codes, architectural detailing, and multi-phase project documentation.

P eople Matter
Each individual’s background, knowledge, ability, and experience contributes to strengthening our organization and projects. Our dedication to diversity includes company provided training and education, equitable recruitment, a grassroots employee DEI committee, and robust community partnerships.

Progressive Companies is comprised of people with a variety of abilities, races, colors, religions, genders, sexual orientations, national origins, ages, veteran statuses, and more. As an equal opportunity employer, we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential elements of innovative design. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Transforming Spaces. Empowering People.

The talented professionals of Progressive Companies are designers of a bold new future, creating high-performance structures and pathways, delivering on today’s needs and preparing for what’s to come. We live by the idea that design isn’t simply about beauty, it’s about improving strategic outcomes—what we call P erformance B ased D esign. Our work spans across the nation, allowing team members to work on a variety of exciting projects and maximize impact as trusted partners to our clients and communities.

Sustainable and Inclusive

We are dedicated to human-centered, sustainable, and inclusive design practices. We believe diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to building trust, respect, and truly innovative design making spaces welcoming and accessible to all. Our sustainability approach embraces the AIA 2030 Commitment, together with a range of high performance, restorative, and regenerative strategies with a focus on climate responsive results to maximize positive impact in our industry.
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